Urban Trash the Dress Shoot: Jane & Tommy

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Louise Furlow

May 21, 2014

How Do I Know What to Charge?

Kat

May 20, 2014

Hi Kat A quick query: how much do you charge for product reviews? I am a virtual vet. I also have a blog, posting every day. This is becoming a larger part of my workload, but I do it for free, which is a challenge. Part of my mix is a weekly product review, which I have done for free up till now. A PR company told me that one of the reasons that they use me is that I am free whereas people like you charge a fee. So hence my question: how much do you charge?

Urban and Colourful Wedding in a City Centre Alley Way: Tim & Ange

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Paper Fox Studio

May 20, 2014

Tim and Ange were married in Brisbane. One of the most notable things about this wedding was that they completely changed their plans, mid-way through. They went from organising a big 100+ guest wedding at a fancy venue, to a small and intimate one in an alley in the heart of the city with just 20 guests... oh and organising it all in 12 weeks!

A DIY Disney Themed Wedding with Cats, Glitter, Tattoos & Elvis: Paco & Lacey

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Stephanie Kaloi

May 19, 2014

If someone were to ask me to list all of my favourite things, nearly everything in this wedding would feature: cats, tattoos, Disney, ears, pink, 80s tunes, glitter... I mean goodness, what's not to love?! The wedding was held at Union/Pine in Portland, in December.

Crazy for Coconut: 10 Ways To Use It

Kat

May 19, 2014

I promised myself that 2014 would be the year that I finally started taking better care of my body. I don't know if it's hitting 30 that's done it, or the fact that I'm going to be on the road so much, but I desperately feel the need to give myself some TLC as often as possible. I'm eating better, I'm trying (but failing) to drink less, and I'm investing in some really great beauty products and treats. But taking good care of yourself doesn't have to be an expensive exercise.

“Rusalka” Styled Wedding Shoot

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Devlin Photos

May 18, 2014

For the photo shoot at the latest Photography Farm workshop, photographer Lisa Devlin knew she needed to do something big. After all, at the last Farm Gareth and I got married again! After seeing Megan and Grant's gorgeous wedding on Rock n Roll Bride, and reading how much Megan loves Disney (and just so happens to resemble a certain crimson haired mermaid) the ideas started bubbling away. She wanted to put a different twist on the mermaid idea though and eventually came across the story of Rusalka, from which The Little Mermaid movie was based. Luckily Megan and Grant also loved the idea and we're thrilled to model for her!

The First Legal Gay Wedding in England: Phil & James

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Infinity Photographic

May 17, 2014

29th March 2014 was a good day in England, because same sex marriage finally became completely legal! While gay couples have been able to become civil partners for a few years now, it's crazy to think that until two months ago they didn't have the exact same rights as heterosexual couples.

The Blogcademy, San Francisco

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Ingrid Chang of Jerry Yoon Photographers

May 16, 2014

The night before our first Blogcademy workshop of the year I turned to Gala and squealed "I AM SO EXCITED!" It had been nearly six months since our last class in Auckland and I was dying to get cracking again.

Intimate Mountain Cabin Wedding: Elia & Joey

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Cody Myers

May 16, 2014

Elia and Joey didn't want a big wedding, instead they wanted something small and meaningful. The day was held at Little Valley Mountain Resort with the ceremony in the chapel there and the reception in one of the cabins!

Retro and Relaxed Destination Beach Wedding in Fiji: Emma & Liam

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Kama Catch Me

May 16, 2014

Emma and Liam wanted to honeymoon in Fiji so they thought, "hey, why don't we just get married there too!?" So they upped sticks from their home in Australia and travelled over with all their family and friends for the wedding - and honeymoon - of a lifetime! Emma wore a beautiful customised 1950s style dress from House of Mooshki.

Goodbye San Francisco, Hello Chicago!

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Kristin Cofer

May 15, 2014

Hello beautiful! This update comes to you from a very chilly Chicago, where I'm sat in my Air B&B digs with Gala and Shauna, hiding from the weather and planning our adventures in this brand new city.

Rock n Roll Engagement Party Turned Surprise Wedding: Travis & Erin

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Jessie Lou

May 15, 2014

Travis and Erin challenged themselves to spend no more than $5000 on their wedding - and they did it! One of the key things about this wedding was that they kept it a secret from their guests. That's right, they had no idea they were going to a wedding that day... they all thought they were just there for an engagement party! The day was held at The Briars Homestead Garden, Mount Martha, Australia.

Glamorous Vintage Wedding: Cecilia & Stuart

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Assassynation

May 15, 2014

Cecilia and Stuart's Glasgow wedding was pure vintage glamour - with a big dollop of pin up rockabilly cool thrown in for good measure! The couple were married at St Patricks church and their reception was held at Sloans, Gasgow's oldest bar and restaurant.

Summer Bridesmaid Hairspiration

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Shell De Mar

May 14, 2014

You know me, I'm no wallflower, so when Claire's asked me if I'd like to play dress up using some of their brightest of the bright brand new hair adornments, I really couldn't say no. When that trademark lilac packaging landed on my doorstep and I tore into it, I was greeted with so many pretty florals and bright colours that it instantly lifted my hump day mood. I immediately started thinking of ways I could dress them up, bridesmaid's style!

Music and Cat Lovers Wedding (with Cats as Bouquets!): Anita & Paul

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Sprung Photo

May 14, 2014

If there's one thing I love more than anything else it's cats. I am a bona fide and unashamed crazy cat lady. I'm the one who'll say hello to the feline in the room before the person I'm actually there to see... So you can imagine my elation when Anita and Paul's cat/ music themed wedding landed in my inbox! These guys went all out, even so far as the bride and her bridesmaid's carrying stuffed cat toys instead of bouquets! And yes, the bride did throw her 'bouquet' at the end of the night. Oh my fluffy goodness...

20 Ways to Keep Your Facebook Page Active

Kat

May 13, 2014

Like most small business owners, I have a love/hate relationship with Facebook. We all might moan about whatever new development they implement next, but it is still, by far, the social media channel that brings the most traffic to my blog, and the one where the most reader engagement happens. Although the reach of your page may be decreasing due to whatever it is Facebook is up to at the moment, it is still a vital tool for any small business owner.

Las Vegas Party Wedding: Kerry & Rob

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Sally T

May 13, 2014

Being a wedding photographer herself, there was one big thing at the top of Kerry's wedding must-have list - a great photographer of course! They picked Sally T for the job and they all flew out from the UK together. They ceremony was held at the Chapel of the Flowers and was officiated by - who else - Elvis! They didn't have a formal reception but just partied out and around Freemont Street.

Butterfly & Peacock Themed Barn Wedding: Kalli & Brandon

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Jess Shields

May 12, 2014

Kalli and Brandon were married Knollwood Golf Club Old Barn in Ontario, Canada. Theydidn't set out to have a themed wedding, but there were a definite butterfly, peacock and nature motifs throughout the day.

Retro Wedding on Southend Pier: Eve & Dave

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Sam Gibson Weddings

May 12, 2014

Eve and Dave were married at the Royal Pavilion on Southend Pier. After fish n chips on the beach, their reception was held at The Arlington, an art deco style building. They wanted their wedding to reflect both their individual styles so a retro theme with gothic touches it was!

Lemony Snicket & Steampunk Inspired Wedding Shoot: Lydia & Brett

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Jewel

May 11, 2014

This shoot was set up by photographer Julie of Jewel Photography who was inspired after watching Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events! "As a photographer I look at everything with an open mind and at everything for inspiration", wrote Julie. "Years ago I was watching Lemony Snicket and I fell in love with the costuming, design and photography in the movie. I cataloged in my brain for use down the road. Well the moment finally came, I knew I wanted to to do a steampunk styled photo shoot!"